What to expect for 2023?

New for 2023

Tomorrow's Talent Today

Brand new for 2023, Seatrade Cruise Global are proud to be offering a dedicated programme for HR, training & recruitment professionals in cruise as well as professors and students from universities, colleges and training institutes specialising in cruise-related courses.

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Relax and re-energize

Join in for a 30-minute puppy yoga session followed by some puppy cuddles all whilst supporting the local dog shelter. Plus, visit the newly opened Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center to enjoy a swim and coaching session with a European Champion swimmer. And best of all, start each of your busy days with some mindful meditation. 

Learning

The Conference

From a keynote address featuring a cast of international cruise leaders to a dozen of individual sessions where practical thought leadership, education and inspiration will be the takeaway, the Seatrade Cruise Global Conference will dive into the hottest industry trends.

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Professional Women in Cruise Brunch Dry Dock: Technical Upgrades & an Improved Guest Experience

This year’s PWiC Brunch offers a chance to dive into the ins and outs of drydocking, providing an overview of all that is involved in a drydock, from the initial planning, equipment, and vendor logistics to the dry dock operations themselves.

Discovering

The Exhibition

The largest trade event dedicated to cruise anywhere in the world. Exhibitors from every sector of the industry (tech, design, ports, destinations, entertainment, health & safety, shipbuilding, expedition, hotel ops, sanitation) gather to share the latest products and services. An Aladdin's cave of discovery!

Matchmaking

Over 1200 meetings booked already!

There's still time to pre-book meetings with leading cruise suppliers and attendees before their diaries get booked up. Perfect for relaxing and expanding your little black book of cruise contacts!

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The Interactive Tech Zone

Returning for 2023, the Interactive Tech Zone is an engaging, educational, and immersive feature area on the show floor.

Get interactive while you learn about tech innovations including a Virtual Reality playground, Artificial Intelligence led food management system, mobile app development station, time zone management tool for ships, and even a robot technology among the newest cruise industry solutions.

Networking

Commanders Club/VIP Lounge

An exclusive lounge for Commanders Club members, VIP Passholders and select guests. Commanders Club members include VP-level and above cruise line executives.

Seatrade VIP/Speakers Reception in partnership with CLIA’s Business on the Beach

The first gathering point for high profile industry executives to network and socialize before the start of a busy week, this by-invitation only reception attracted cruising's crème de la crème. Open to VIP and Speaker passholders, and CLIA executives and guests.

Parties and Receptions

Seatrade Cruise Global never disappoints when it comes to a schedule brimming with meeting opportunities and social gatherings for you to reconnect with your peers.

Don't miss the Opening Night Welcome Reception, the official opening night gala and the social highlight of the week. The reception is the largest gathering and premier networking function of Seatrade Cruise Global, hosting 600+ industry professionals.